Excavators Articles : Aggregate Equipment Guide

VIDEO: Cat E-Fence, Indicate Technologies Simplify Operation →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Caterpillar introduced two new mini hydraulic excavator (MHE) Ease of Use technologies — Indicate and E-Fence — for the Cat 306 CR, 308 CR and 309 CR Next Generation mini hydraulic excavators. New to Cat mini excavators, Ease of Use Indicate helps operators to reach grade faster, while Ease of Use E-Fence constrains machine motion to within operator preset boundaries. These technologies are ideal for digging footings, drainage and septic systems, irrigation, electric utilities, and applications near structures or obstacles operators need to avoid. Click for more...

John Deere Announces New Large Sized P-Tier Excavator Models →

From Construction Equipment Guide... John Deere has announced the addition of three new P-tier excavator models to its line of large-size equipment. These heavy-duty machines are the latest excavator models to launch as part of the John Deere Performance Tiering strategy. The 470 P-tier, 670 P-tier and 870 P-tier models offer enhanced visibility features, making them an ideal solution for operators looking to increase productivity on the job. Click for more...

Komatsu's Intelligent Machine Control 2.0 Now Available On PC490LCi-11 Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... To offer contractors sophisticated productivity-enhancing automation on a larger excavator, Komatsu has introduced its intelligent Machine Control 2.0 (iMC 2.0) on the PC490LCi-11 excavator. Designed to lessen the skills gap between new and experienced operators — while helping improve the bottom line for contractors — the 359 hp PC490LCi-11 is Komatsu's largest intelligent excavator. Click for more...

Komatsu to Exhibit 20-ton Class Proterra Powered Electric Hydraulic Excavator at bauma 2022 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu Ltd. will exhibit a 20-ton class electric hydraulic excavator equipped with a lithium-ion battery system for the first time at bauma 2022 from Oct. 24 through 30. The machine is powered by a lithium-ion battery system from U.S.-based Proterra. Since January 2021, the two companies have been jointly developing electric medium-sized hydraulic excavators, and have been conducting PoC (Proof of Concept) tests on advance research machines at customers' construction sites. Click for more...

Komatsu to Exhibit 20-ton Class Proterra Powered Electric Hydraulic Excavator at bauma 2022 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Komatsu Ltd. will exhibit a 20-ton class electric hydraulic excavator equipped with a lithium-ion battery system for the first time at bauma 2022 from Oct. 24 through 30. The machine is powered by a lithium-ion battery system from U.S.-based Proterra. Since January 2021, the two companies have been jointly developing electric medium-sized hydraulic excavators, and have been conducting PoC (Proof of Concept) tests on advance research machines at customers' construction sites. Click for more...

Volvo Excavator, Wheel Loader Receive Highest Retained Value Awards From EquipmentWatch →

From Construction Equipment Guide... For the seventh straight year, Volvo Construction Equipment has received Highest Retained Value Awards from EquipmentWatch, one of the construction industry's leading insights provider. The 2022 awards went to the Volvo EC380E in the Large Crawler Excavators category and the Volvo L250H in the Large Wheel Loaders category. "Volvo is committed to designing machines that retain high value over their entire lifecycle, including when owners are ready to resell them at a competitive price," said Stephen Roy, president, Region North America, Volvo CE. Click for more...

Mecalac's 136MRail Delivers Compact Performance to North American Market →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Mecalac, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of compact construction equipment for urban environments, offers compact performance and versatility to the North American market with its 136MRail rail-road excavator. The 136MRail, a crawler-based excavator with factory integrated hi-rail, combines all the functions of an excavator with lifting, towing and loading capabilities. Click for more...

Contractor Selects Gradall as His Machine of Choice →

From Construction Equipment Guide... When AC Concrete was contracted to remove and replace exposed aggregate at a local zoo, it called on J.A.C.K. Coffey LLC of Medinah, Ill., specialists in excavation, concrete removal, temporary barrier walls and jersey walls. The zoo needed to replace all walkways, which meant working in a tight space. John and Audrey Coffey started their family-owned company in 2007. J.A.C.K. — which stands for John, Audrey, Cody and Kaila — works in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin. Click for more...

Leica Geosystems Launches Leica iCON Site Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, announced the launch of the new Leica iCON site excavator, a machine-control solution that enables compact excavators to carry out designs easily and accurately. When space is limited, compact excavators are required to get the job done right the first time. To increase the efficiency and accuracy of trenching, grading or moving material on a smaller scale, Leica Geosystems further expands its portfolio by offering machine guidance for small excavators. Click for more...

Takeuchi Introduces TB335R 3.5 Ton Short Tail Swing Excavator →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Takeuchi has added the new generation TB335R short tail swing compact excavator to its TB300 Series. This excavator features a sophisticated interior and exterior design as well as enhanced functions that provide greater performance and peace of mind, according to the manufacturer. "The TB335R's short tail swing design results in a rear overhang of only 3.1 in. over the tracks, making it ideal for working in tight or confined spaces," said David Caldwell, national product manager of Takeuchi. Click for more...

VIDEO: Volvo CE Helps Elevate Motorsport Safety With Electric Car Recovery Solution →

From Construction Equipment Guide... A tool co-developed by Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) and Granfors Racing has been adopted by the FIA and is the first solution of its kind to be devised as part of motorsport's electric transformation. Adhering to strict FIA safety protocols, the prototype tool allows for electric rallycross cars to be recovered from the racetrack without any personnel handling the car — a first for motorsport. Click for more...

Unique Advantages of a High Reach Excavator →

In a world where safety and precision reign supreme, cranes and wrecking balls are things of the past. High reach excavators have taken up the mantle as the go-to machine for demolition projects due to three unique advantages. Fast Assembly A converted high reach excavator engineered by C.W. Machine Worx can be assembled in two hours without assistance from additional equipment. These converted high reach excavators also only require one operator to attach their fronts. Click for more...

Case E Series Excavators Reloaded With Major Evolution in Operator Experience →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment continues turning heads with major rollouts — on the heels of introducing the first-of-its-kind Case Minotaur DL550 compact dozer loader, the manufacturer is completely reloading its entire line of excavators. The company introduced seven new models of E Series excavators — including two in new size classes — focused on enhancing the total operator experience in performance and control to deliver even greater productivity, operator satisfaction, and operational efficiency while driving down total cost of ownership over the life of the machine. Click for more...

Case to Introduce New E Series Excavator Lineup Focused On Enhancing Total Operator Experience →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Case Construction Equipment will reveal the full rollout of its new E Series excavator models in North America on Sept. 22 at CaseCE.com/ESeries. The rollout features seven new models — including two entirely new excavators — focused on enhancing the total operator experience to deliver even greater productivity, operator satisfaction and operational efficiency. New features (and models) that will help drive the more complete operator experience include: A massive new 10-in. Click for more...

Yanmar Compact Equipment Introduces Next Generation ViO17-1E, ViO25-6B Mini Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Yanmar Compact Equipment introduces a new generation of its ViO17 and ViO25 mini excavators. The ViO17-1E and ViO25-6B are upgraded for improved operator comfort, convenience and ease of use while retaining Yanmar equipment's reputation for high performance and reliability in tight spaces. The ViO17-1E is best suited for residential work, landscaping and small general construction projects. Click for more...

Cat 350 Excavator Delivery Productivity, Enhanced Sustainability →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Featuring powerful digging force and strong swing torque, the new Cat 350 excavator can be equipped with large buckets up to 4.2 cu. yd. for class-leading productivity. While productive, the 350 consumes up to 13 percent less fuel than the Cat 349 to lower costs, reduce CO2 emissions and operate more sustainably, according to the manufacturer. Three power mode options — Smart, Power and Eco — match the excavator to the job to further reduce fuel consumption. Click for more...

VIDEO: Schlouch Deploys Big Cat 395 to Massive Project →

From Construction Equipment Guide... When a noted Pennsylvania grading and excavation company was faced with working on one of the biggest projects in its history, one that included filling in old strip-mining pits, its best minds convened to decide how to perform the project safely and efficiently. Blandon, Pa.'s Schlouch Incorporated., a heavy civil contractor in business for almost 40 years, was tasked with clearing and grading a 362-acre site in eastern Pennsylvania earlier this year ahead of builders erecting the 5.5-million-sq.-ft. Click for more...

Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas Adds Holland Equipment Services to Its Dealer Network →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas announced July 28 a dealership agreement with HES — Holland Equipment Services, Holland, Mich., under which HES will sell and service Hyundai wheel loaders and excavators in western Michigan. Aric Geurink, president of HES, said the agreement with Hyundai represents a major growth opportunity for the dealership, which has built a large presence in southwest Michigan as a supplier of used equipment, attachments, parts, service and rentals. Click for more...

Komatsu Smart Construction Retrofit Kits →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Looking for a simple way to improve your grading performance? Now, with Komatsu's easy and affordable Smart Construction Retrofit Kits, conventional Komatsu excavators can be equipped with 3D guidance and payload monitoring, giving operators and managers alike more ways to help work efficiently and accurately, according to the manufacturer. Designed to improve grading performance and provide more time- and cost-management tools, Smart Construction Retrofit can bring 3D to most Komatsu excavators in your fleet. Click for more...

First North American Purchase of Volvo CE Electric Equipment Gets Delivered to Walden Hill →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Since its founding in 2014, Walden Hill has focused on putting nature, animals and people first through sustainable forestry and other environmentally friendly practices on their 400-acre farm in Massachusetts. Now, they have a machine to support their philosophy. Walden Hill, which placed the first North American order for a Volvo ECR25 Electric compact excavator, received the new fully electric, zero-emission machine in mid-July. Click for more...